Varnish Has Security Benefits Uvitec Printing Ink, Lodi, NJ; 973/778-0737; uvitec.com Scanning varnish #14147-17 for letterpress applications is said to produce a high degree of brilliance and readability. Described as well suited for pharmaceutical labels and other applications requiring a high quality security varnish. A proprietary process provides a strong bluish-white effect to be created when the printed piece is held under a black light. Reportedly, varnish has excellent gloss, good surface slip, strong resistance to scratches and chemicals, and flexibility.

UV Print Digitally Trident, Brookfield, CT; 203/740-9333; trident-itw.com The BreezeMark digital UV printing system for labels, flexible packaging, and folding cartons is said to be ideal for sequential numbering with unique graphics. System is adaptable to most narrow and mid-web presses. Prints 10 pt — 4 in. at speeds to 200 fpm.

Transfer Film Tolerates Sun Scapa North America, Windsor, CT; 860/688-8000; scapana.com Unifilm U666 is a 1.5-mil, acrylic adhesive transfer film formulated with a UV stabilizer designed for use on labels and stickers adhered to glass and exposed regularly to sunlight, such as parking permits, inspection stickers, and decals. Poly-coated liner, said to be moisture-stable, prevents wrinkles and allows smooth application. The UV additive reduces fading of the printed label or sticker, company notes, adding product is die-cut and laminated easily.